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Carne Ross’s Substack | Substack

by Carne Ross

Carne Ross, a former diplomat and 'gentle anarchist', provides insider/outsider insights into world events, political systems, and anarchism's relevance to modern crises.

How To Subvert Subversion with Yuri Bezmenov | Substack

by Yuri Bezmenov

A dissident's guide to progressive life, battling 'clown world demoralization' with sarcasm, memes, and data, inspired by Yuri Bezmenov.

Sherry Ning | Substack

by Sherry Ning

Sherry Ning explores complex emotions and societal topics, delving into culture, books, and psychology with a unique, personal voice.

Lil' Mama | Saheim Patrick | Substack

by Saheim Patrick

Saheim Patrick's Lil' Mama offers irreverent Black humor and satire, continuing Chris Rock's vision to advance Black comedy writing.

my vape is dying | Emma Newman-Holden | Substack

by Emma Newman-Holden

Emma Newman-Holden shares her personal musings and observations in 'my vape is dying', inviting readers to engage and connect in a casual, personal space.

Mary Harrington | Substack

by Mary Harrington

Mary Harrington explores the "cyborg era," documenting technology's impact on human values, intimate lives, and family structures.

Caitlin’s Newsletter | Caitlin Johnstone | Substack

by Caitlin Johnstone

Crowdfunded far-left writer Caitlin Johnstone and co-author Tim Foley dissect propaganda and global tyranny, advocating for a collaborative future beyond capitalism.

Katherine Needleman Oboist's Substack | Substack

by Katherine Needleman

Oboist Katherine Needleman shares insights on classical music, delves into sensitive topics, and discusses the challenges and improvements needed in the field.

The Last Class with Robert Reich | The Last Class Film | Substack

by The Last Class Film

A community for 'The Last Class' film, documenting Robert Reich's final semester. It sparks conversation on education and democracy, offering screenings and live chats.

Insane Things Christians Say

by Lilith Helstrom

Insane Things Christians Say explores controversial intersections of Christian faith with politics, culture, and personal experiences.

Marginalia with Beth Allison Barr | Substack

by Beth Allison Barr

Historian Beth Allison Barr combines medieval and women's history with insights into modern evangelicalism (SBC). She fosters community and shares a unique teaching perspective.

Let’s Not Date | Brooke Teegarden | Substack

by Brooke Teegarden

Brooke Teegarden delivers humorous posts from her Let's Not Date social media accounts, where she trolls conservative men, scammers, and MLM huns.

Sherman Alexie | Substack

by Sherman Alexie

Award-winning author Sherman Alexie shares essays, fiction, and poetry, offering unique observations and insights from his acclaimed career.

Wannabe Press | Substack

by Wannabe Press

Russell Nohelty's Wannabe Press publishes action-packed, darkly hilarious genre fiction for rebels. Expect empowering stories that challenge authority and critique systems with wit.

Really Very Human | Dan Sheehan | Substack

by Dan Sheehan

Dan Sheehan, from NOT A WOLF and The Onion, delivers accessible, very human long-form writing on culture, technology, and the modern world.

ŽIŽEK GOADS AND PRODS | Slavoj Žižek | Substack

by Slavoj Žižek

Slovenian philosopher Slavoj Žižek evokes and provokes on philosophy, politics, and culture, free from censorship and puritanical editors.

The Duckpin | Substack

by The Duckpin

The Duckpin, an opinion outlet by Brian Griffiths, covers politics, sports, entertainment, and culture, with commentary on Maryland and beyond.

Being There | Eduardo Porter | Substack

by Eduardo Porter

Eduardo Porter's 'Being There' explores how hopes, fears, and technology shape our understanding of reality in a violently contested present.

Andrius Tapinas | Substack

by Andrius Tapinas

Andrius Tapinas offers 'Kronikas' commentary, collaborative essays, an interactive novel, a book club, podcasts, and sharp analysis on art and geopolitics.

The Grim Historian | Carlyn Beccia | Substack

by Carlyn Beccia

Award-winning author Carlyn Beccia’s The Grim Historian unearths the unsettling truths of human history, from unchecked power to profound resilience.

No News, Bad News | Thais Farage | Substack

by Thais Farage

Thais Farage analisa consumo feminino, moda, marcas e gênero. Com 12 anos de experiência, ela oferece insights sobre o mercado e o significativo poder de compra das mulheres.

Alexandria | Richard Spencer | Substack

by Richard Spencer

Richard B. Spencer and Mark Brahmin's Alexandria offers commentary, twice-weekly conversations, and develops REM theory publications and ALEX university.

internet princess | rayne fisher-quann | Substack

by rayne fisher-quann

Rayne Fisher-Quann's long-form essays delve into the nature of attention: what we do with it, to get it, and what it does to us in return.

Fran Nortes | Substack

by Fran Nortes

The About page for Fran Nortes's newsletter contains only platform boilerplate. No specific information regarding the newsletter's content or author was provided.

Numb at the Lodge | Sam Kriss | Substack

by Sam Kriss

Sam Kriss's 'Numb at the Lodge' publishes essays, manifestos, and screeds, rejecting internet norms. It explores profound topics with a unique, 'deranged' voice.

Someone Should Do Something | Lauren Gambill MD MPA | Substack

by Lauren Gambill MD MPA

Lauren Gambill, a pediatrician, mother, policy expert, and writer, explores ways to make the world better, sharing stories of progress and setbacks.

Persuasion | Yascha Mounk | Substack

by Yascha Mounk

Yascha Mounk's Persuasion champions a free society, defends free speech, and promotes liberal ideals against illiberal movements with diverse thinkers and content.

THE HEGELIAN DISPATCH | Aly Salem | Substack

by Aly Salem

The Hegelian Dispatch analyzes history, arguing modern problems are "vintage human confusion." Misanthropic humor and insights for an irony-poisoned generation.

Haitian Hearts--Peoria to Port-au-Prince | john a carroll | Substack

by john a carroll

john a carroll's Haitian Hearts explores two decades of insights, comparing Peoria and Port-au-Prince through topics like health, corruption, and social issues.

Gray Mirror | Curtis Yarvin | Substack

by Curtis Yarvin

Curtis Yarvin (Mencius Moldbug) shares drafts of his book, Gray Mirror Of The Nihilist Prince, envisioning future governance.

Uncomfortable Conversations with Josh Szeps | Substack

by Josh Szeps

Josh Szeps, once deemed 'too spicy' for public radio, hosts Uncomfortable Conversations, a podcast tackling taboos and dangerous ideas with fascinating minds, free from groupthink.

The Line | Line Editor | Substack

by Line Editor

A collective of Canadian newspaper and magazine writers provides engaging, irreverent commentary, calling out illiberalism and hypocrisy to champion liberal values.

The AnteSocial by eM&M | Misha Collins | Substack

by Misha Collins

Misha Collins and Emily Farallon explore important questions, social challenges, and how to do good in the world, blending humor, politics, and personal insights.

La lettre de Senta | Senta Depuydt | Substack

by Senta Depuydt

Senta Depuydt offers deep dives from her magazine work & human rights advocacy, sharing personal reflections, anecdotes, and a vibrant community.

Rod Dreher's Diary

by Rod Dreher

Rod Dreher provides a dual newsletter experience: exploring religion, culture, and spirituality, plus a daily dispatch on politics and the culture war.

Expat Prep | Substack

by Expat Prep

Expat Prep analyzes the US's authoritarian shift and AI's impact. Written by an anonymous, overeducated, lower-upper class recovering lawyer.

Capibara | Gabriele Palumbo | Substack

by Gabriele Palumbo

Gabriele Palumbo's Capibara delivers weekly sociological commentary on current affairs, politics, humor, and memes, offering introspective takes on modern life.

Weight of the World | Tanja Maier | Substack

by Tanja Maier

Tanja Maier shares honest, personal takes on current events, politics, and the rise of authoritarianism, for those who feel the world's weight.

eugyppius: a plague chronicle | Substack

by eugyppius

eugyppius dissects the Corona pandemic's excesses, linking them to late-stage postwar liberalism. It explores German current affairs, politics, and history.

a twenties pov | Anastasia Krogh | Substack

by Anastasia Krogh

Anastasia Krogh navigates her twenties in Copenhagen, sharing personal insights and social commentary on self-development, creativity, and connection.

Reboot The Renaissance: Medici iOS Settings | Zeitgeist Media Artisans | Substack

by Zeitgeist Media Artisans

Reboot The Renaissance fuses Renaissance swagger with digital age insight, reprogramming cultural principles. It offers a humanistic take on AI Age policies.

Chris Arnade Walks the World | Substack

by Chris Arnade

Chris Arnade walks the world, sending photo and story dispatches from overlooked cities and neighborhoods. Continues the spirit of his book Dignity.

Tangentially Speaking with Chris Ryan | Substack

by Chris Ryan

Chris Ryan, co-author of Sex at Dawn, hosts Tangentially Speaking, featuring candid rants and conversations with an eclectic mix of guests on human nature.

The Lucyverse

by Lucy Sweet

The Lucyverse: Lucy Sweet delivers critical reviews of consumer products, online shopping, and culture. Expect

Peak Notions with Laura Kennedy | Substack

by Laura Kennedy

Laura Kennedy's Peak Notions offers a guide to navigating cultural chaos and digital confusion, using humor and critical insight to explore societal dynamics and beliefs.

Numlock News | Walter Hickey | Substack

by Walter Hickey

Walt Hickey's Numlock News delivers witty, stat-driven daily insights. It covers seven below-the-radar stories and fresh angles on bigger news, always ad-free.

The Cockade Column

by Heather Sheen

Heather Sheen's The Cockade Column provides a platform for readers to engage in community discussions on shared interests.

Novy Novgorod | Ostap Karmodi | Substack

by Ostap Karmodi

Остап Кармоди представляет «Новости Конца Света» — независимый проект с новостями, лонгридами и рецензиями. Ранее публиковался на Радио Свобода и The Babel.

Nutmeg FC | Substack

by Nutmeg

Nutmeg FC delivers brilliant, unique football writing from Scotland, featuring top journalists like Daniel Gray, Stephen McGowan, and Nick Harris, alongside guest writers, covering match reports, investigations, data analysis, and more.

ThinkingWest | Substack

by ThinkingWest

ThinkingWest applies Western civilization's core ideas to modern life. It explores figures from Machiavelli to Charlemagne, renewing confidence in its heritage.